POLL: Nuts

lilly29 · 08-13-2008, 04:38 PM

a) Nuts stall me big time (or cause me to gain weight)

b) Nuts help me lose

c) Nuts make no difference in whether I lose or gain

Also, if you'd mention how many nuts you are/were eating, that would be awesome.

Thank you!!!

teri f · 08-13-2008, 04:44 PM

Nuts are part of my diet. I eat a variety and almost on a daily basis. Usually a handful or so. Munching on a few Brazil nuts right now!

DorianH · 08-13-2008, 04:44 PM

C. As long as I use them in moderation, I'm fine. I count calories though, so I make sure that I don't go overboard. I love peanuts in the shell. It satisfies me, is a great snack, and it's really hard to overdo it with a snack when you have to open each one individually.

fawn · 08-13-2008, 04:49 PM

b
I've eaten nuts since the beginning. Macadamias then almonds now I incorporate pumpkin/walnut/sunflower into my shake daily for nutritional purposes......

nuts are a power pack of nutrient density and we always have some in the car as well. I just made a big batch of trail mix for my girls last night and added shredded coconut and dried blueberries (with no sugar)

rhett · 08-13-2008, 04:54 PM

My afternoon snack is almost always 1/4 cup nuts - usually peanuts, but sometimes assorted nuts. I still lose.

MaryBethRN42 · 08-13-2008, 04:58 PM

I don't know if they help me lose, but they don't seem to stall me. I eat macadamias, peanuts, cashews, almonds, and pecans (not all at once!) I usually eat nuts 4-5 times a week, but not more than a large handful.

somethingblue2u · 08-13-2008, 05:28 PM

I have portion control issues so I am avoiding nuts at the moment. I do love pecans though, sigh.

BellaHMB · 08-13-2008, 05:36 PM

Nuts and almond butter contributed to weight gain for me after 8 months on maintenance, so right now I'm not eating them.

Bella

My_Sharona · 08-13-2008, 05:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lilly29

b) Nuts help me lose

I'm still losing and I'm in ketosis when I eat 1 oz a day of either natural raw, Almonds, Walnuts, Macadamia, Sunflower Seeds, sometimes I will have a big tbsp of all-natural organic crunchy Peanut Butter too.

ArmyBella · 08-13-2008, 05:37 PM

They make me lose more weight than usual.

OurLuvsFromAbove · 08-13-2008, 05:42 PM

im a nut/seed lover
every day I eat either or both..
I ususally grab about a hand full..
my current fav are peanuts roasted and salted in the shell Mmmmm

biglosser · 08-13-2008, 05:51 PM

I love all kinds of nuts, but can't eat just a few, I end up eating more than the portion allowed.
So I only buy them once in a while.

Vikki

FloridaShell · 08-13-2008, 05:53 PM

I eat nuts every day. I had walnuts this afternoon with my diet pepsi(trying to break the diet soda thing).

bizbuyer · 08-13-2008, 06:09 PM

I eat a handful of almonds, pecans, or dry-roasted peanuts whenever I need a snack between meals. The peanuts are addictive, so I try to stay away from them. But they haven't been a problem for me.

Jayelgee · 08-13-2008, 06:10 PM

I lose just fine eating nuts. Please pass the Almonds.

Bonnie · 08-13-2008, 06:23 PM

B. I eat Macadamia nuts, Almonds or Walnuts almost every day. I portion them out so I don't overdo though.

dointhis4me · 08-13-2008, 07:10 PM

C as long as I can keep portions in check

Ilpirata · 08-13-2008, 07:10 PM

I suspect that nuts stall me but am not 100 percent positive.
I should stay off them until maintenence probably.

Conure · 08-13-2008, 07:12 PM

I'm currently stalling, for whatever unknown reason. However, I have a few every other night or so.

lilly29 · 08-13-2008, 07:18 PM

Wowzer, thanks so much for all of these great responses!!!

I had a handful of dry roasted, lightly sea-salted almonds this afternoon and boy were they delicious. They really hit the crunchy food spot so I'm going to start incorporating them in three or four times a week and see how I do. I had been eating a big spoon of peanut butter most days until a couple of weeks ago when--my god I didn't think this was even possible--I got sick of it! I know peanuts are really a legume and not a nut though, so I wasn't sure if real nuts would agree with me the same way.

Thanks again, and I'd love to keep hearing responses!

charmedpea · 08-13-2008, 07:22 PM

portion control issues here also..

athought a bag lasted me 2 weeks..

instead of eating them all in one day

charmed

mephy · 08-13-2008, 07:36 PM

I eat them almost everyday. My favorites are pecans, almonds and macadamias. I've eaten them for a long time and they never caused me to stop losing. I think as long as you don't go overboard or have an intolerance, you'll be fine.

Darkfire · 08-13-2008, 08:42 PM

I only eat raw or unsalted nuts and not peanuts. There is something that happens to a salted roasted nut that makes ppl binge and I am no exception. I do not think they were meant to be treated and processed they way they are. It's funny if I roast my own that doesn't happen. I don't think it helps or hurts my loss but if I eat that instead of something processed I am ahead of the game.

skg · 08-13-2008, 08:52 PM

C - I eat nuts every day I go between Macadamias, almonds and peanuts. Sometimes I will have sunflower kernels.

sazzie · 08-13-2008, 08:55 PM

b) Macadamias, almonds, walnuts and pecans........a palm's worth keeps me satisfied when I get the need for crunchy.

myanv · 08-13-2008, 10:30 PM

C - I love almonds and cashews. I stopped eating the cashews because I can seriously eat the whole can if I dont watch it.

allyoop · 08-13-2008, 10:38 PM

I eat almonds, macadamias, and/or pecans when I need a quick snack, especially if I'm really hungry and don't have time to cook something - they seem to "hold" me for awhile. Probably 3 or 4 times a week or so, but I also make things with almond flour, so I guess that would count as well. I also like peanuts, but usually only eat them roasted in the shell -that slows me down while eating them, and helps with the portion control issues i have with them otherwise.

My_Sharona · 08-14-2008, 12:36 AM

How many of you soak your nuts? I've never done this but I'm reading a few raw food sites that recommend that you soak them first, this will releases enzyme inhibitors, making them more digestible.

junkfoodmonkey · 08-14-2008, 01:54 AM

C for me. I'm not eating them as a snack very often, because then I get portion control problems. I use almond meal to make my One Minute muffin, so 25grams/approx 1 ounce. I'll use pine nuts kernels as a salad garnish, or in stir frys (usually use around 10-20 grams - weight not carbs!) And sometimes I top berries and whipped cream or Greek yougurt with a few flaked almonds. If I do use them as a snack it would usually be in a measured portion of 25grams, to take in to work. Then when they're gone, they're gone, no chance of "just one more" "just a couple as I put the bag away" etc.

miss sparky · 08-14-2008, 03:19 AM

I avoid them like the plague as 'portion control' and 'nuts' don't go together in my world.
'A palm-full of nuts' is beyond my comprehension.

08-13-2008, 04:38 PM	#1
lilly29 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 618 Gallery: lilly29 Stats: Taking a scale vacation WOE: Atkins Start Date: Early December	POLL: Nuts a) Nuts stall me big time (or cause me to gain weight) b) Nuts help me lose c) Nuts make no difference in whether I lose or gain Also, if you'd mention how many nuts you are/were eating, that would be awesome. Thank you!!!

08-14-2008, 01:54 AM	#29
junkfoodmonkey MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 2,689 Blog Entries: 42 Gallery: junkfoodmonkey Stats: 183/156/140 WOE: Atkins Start Date: Reinduction: 01/01/08	C for me. I'm not eating them as a snack very often, because then I get portion control problems. I use almond meal to make my One Minute muffin, so 25grams/approx 1 ounce. I'll use pine nuts kernels as a salad garnish, or in stir frys (usually use around 10-20 grams - weight not carbs!) And sometimes I top berries and whipped cream or Greek yougurt with a few flaked almonds. If I do use them as a snack it would usually be in a measured portion of 25grams, to take in to work. Then when they're gone, they're gone, no chance of "just one more" "just a couple as I put the bag away" etc. __________________ High Fructose Corn Syrup: Weapons Grade Sugar Donate to Alzheimer's research and match Terry Pratchett's $1 million donation. Match it for Pratchett

08-13-2008, 04:44 PM	#2
teri f Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Fredericktown, Ohio Posts: 3,456 Gallery: teri f Stats: 203/158/145 WOE: Atkins Start Date: Restart 6/18/2007	Nuts are part of my diet. I eat a variety and almost on a daily basis. Usually a handful or so. Munching on a few Brazil nuts right now!

08-13-2008, 04:44 PM	#3
DorianH MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: RI Posts: 1,431 Gallery: DorianH Stats: 247/???/150 WOE: Moderate Carbs/Dairy Free Start Date: restart 7/7/2008	C. As long as I use them in moderation, I'm fine. I count calories though, so I make sure that I don't go overboard. I love peanuts in the shell. It satisfies me, is a great snack, and it's really hard to overdo it with a snack when you have to open each one individually.

08-13-2008, 04:49 PM	#4
fawn Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Northern California Posts: 8,971 Gallery: fawn Stats: 210/120 WOE: Eating For Health Start Date: 2/2000	b I've eaten nuts since the beginning. Macadamias then almonds now I incorporate pumpkin/walnut/sunflower into my shake daily for nutritional purposes...... nuts are a power pack of nutrient density and we always have some in the car as well. I just made a big batch of trail mix for my girls last night and added shredded coconut and dried blueberries (with no sugar)

08-13-2008, 04:54 PM	#5
rhett Junior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: NC Posts: 13 Gallery: rhett Stats: 167.5/154.5/135 WOE: Atkins Start Date: June 20, 2008	My afternoon snack is almost always 1/4 cup nuts - usually peanuts, but sometimes assorted nuts. I still lose.

08-13-2008, 04:58 PM	#6
MaryBethRN42 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Homewood, Illinois Posts: 449 Gallery: MaryBethRN42 Stats: 168/158/120 WOE: Atkins Started originally 2/2000 Start Date: Restarted 6/1/08	I don't know if they help me lose, but they don't seem to stall me. I eat macadamias, peanuts, cashews, almonds, and pecans (not all at once!) I usually eat nuts 4-5 times a week, but not more than a large handful.

08-13-2008, 05:28 PM	#7
somethingblue2u MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Indiana Posts: 1,530 Gallery: somethingblue2u Stats: 190/175/150 WOE: Atkins for Life Start Date: 2nd time October 2007	I have portion control issues so I am avoiding nuts at the moment. I do love pecans though, sigh.

08-13-2008, 05:36 PM	#8
BellaHMB Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Northern California Coast Posts: 3,221 Gallery: BellaHMB Stats: 210/143/140 original goal met 5.27.07 WOE: Maintenance Atkins Start Date: 1-16-07	Nuts and almond butter contributed to weight gain for me after 8 months on maintenance, so right now I'm not eating them. Bella

08-13-2008, 05:37 PM	#10
ArmyBella Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Originally from Boston / Living in Colorado Posts: 125 Gallery: ArmyBella Stats: 271/182/150 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 3 April 07 / Restarted 1 August 08	They make me lose more weight than usual.

08-13-2008, 05:42 PM	#11
OurLuvsFromAbove Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Brooklyn Ny Posts: 3,151 Blog Entries: 4 Gallery: OurLuvsFromAbove Stats: 182/145.3/140 (restart) use to be 227) WOE: Low Carb and Eggcreaming it up! Start Date: Restart March 2008	im a nut/seed lover every day I eat either or both.. I ususally grab about a hand full.. my current fav are peanuts roasted and salted in the shell Mmmmm

08-13-2008, 05:51 PM	#12
biglosser MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Dixon, IL Posts: 1,688 Gallery: biglosser Stats: 154/138/125 WOE: Atkins Start Date: February 24th, 2007	I love all kinds of nuts, but can't eat just a few, I end up eating more than the portion allowed. So I only buy them once in a while. Vikki

08-13-2008, 05:53 PM	#13
FloridaShell MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Florida Posts: 2,703 Gallery: FloridaShell Stats: 163/133 sz 6/? WOE: My own way of l/cing Start Date: 1/2/08	I eat nuts every day. I had walnuts this afternoon with my diet pepsi(trying to break the diet soda thing).

08-13-2008, 06:09 PM	#14
bizbuyer Junior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Arlington, TX Posts: 41 Gallery: bizbuyer Stats: 185/145/145 WOE: Atkins Start Date: January 2007	I eat a handful of almonds, pecans, or dry-roasted peanuts whenever I need a snack between meals. The peanuts are addictive, so I try to stay away from them. But they haven't been a problem for me.

08-13-2008, 06:10 PM	#15
Jayelgee Senior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Ft Worth Posts: 909 Gallery: Jayelgee Stats: 222/157/145 WOE: LC Start Date: 7/3/2007	I lose just fine eating nuts. Please pass the Almonds.

08-13-2008, 06:23 PM	#16
Bonnie _catzy_ Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 16,432 Gallery: Bonnie Stats: (220)186/145/146 (5'8") WOE: Atkins Maintenance Start Date: Restarted 03/24/08 - Goal 11/1/08	B. I eat Macadamia nuts, Almonds or Walnuts almost every day. I portion them out so I don't overdo though.

08-13-2008, 07:10 PM	#17
dointhis4me MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Central Ohio Posts: 2,095 Gallery: dointhis4me Stats: (was 246+ in 3/07) lc start wt- 239+/166/146 WOE: Atkins-ish Start Date: 4/4/07-5'6" and 30 y.o.	C as long as I can keep portions in check

08-13-2008, 07:10 PM	#18
Ilpirata MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Beautiful San Jose, CA Posts: 2,559 Gallery: Ilpirata Stats: 257/206/170 for now... WOE: Atkins. Eating to BMR Start Date: September 2007	I suspect that nuts stall me but am not 100 percent positive. I should stay off them until maintenence probably.

08-13-2008, 07:12 PM	#19
Conure Junior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 48 Gallery: Conure Stats: 195.2/161.6/140 WOE: Atkins Start Date: June 18, 2008	I'm currently stalling, for whatever unknown reason. However, I have a few every other night or so.

08-13-2008, 07:18 PM	#20
lilly29 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 618 Gallery: lilly29 Stats: Taking a scale vacation WOE: Atkins Start Date: Early December	Wowzer, thanks so much for all of these great responses!!! I had a handful of dry roasted, lightly sea-salted almonds this afternoon and boy were they delicious. They really hit the crunchy food spot so I'm going to start incorporating them in three or four times a week and see how I do. I had been eating a big spoon of peanut butter most days until a couple of weeks ago when--my god I didn't think this was even possible--I got sick of it! I know peanuts are really a legume and not a nut though, so I wasn't sure if real nuts would agree with me the same way. Thanks again, and I'd love to keep hearing responses!

08-13-2008, 07:22 PM	#21
charmedpea MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: May 2005 Location: ohio Posts: 2,080 Gallery: charmedpea Stats: 234/203.5/150 WOE: atkins Start Date: may 2005	portion control issues here also.. athought a bag lasted me 2 weeks.. instead of eating them all in one day charmed

08-13-2008, 07:36 PM	#22
mephy MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: PA Posts: 1,394 Gallery: mephy Stats: 155/112/112 WOE: Atkins Maintenance Start Date: August 2002	I eat them almost everyday. My favorites are pecans, almonds and macadamias. I've eaten them for a long time and they never caused me to stop losing. I think as long as you don't go overboard or have an intolerance, you'll be fine.

08-13-2008, 08:42 PM	#23
Darkfire MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Baltimore, Maryland 21225 Posts: 1,132 Gallery: Darkfire Stats: 300+/???/137 new scale le sigh WOE: Mostly Paleo/Atkins Organic Start Date: Once Again June 30 08	I only eat raw or unsalted nuts and not peanuts. There is something that happens to a salted roasted nut that makes ppl binge and I am no exception. I do not think they were meant to be treated and processed they way they are. It's funny if I roast my own that doesn't happen. I don't think it helps or hurts my loss but if I eat that instead of something processed I am ahead of the game.

08-13-2008, 08:52 PM	#24
skg Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Quakertown, PA Posts: 585 Gallery: skg Stats: 220/178/140 WOE: Low carbing Start Date: March 31, 2008	C - I eat nuts every day I go between Macadamias, almonds and peanuts. Sometimes I will have sunflower kernels.

08-13-2008, 08:55 PM	#25
sazzie MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Florida Posts: 2,221 Gallery: sazzie Stats: 162/148/140? WOE: low carb	b) Macadamias, almonds, walnuts and pecans........a palm's worth keeps me satisfied when I get the need for crunchy.

08-13-2008, 10:30 PM	#26
myanv Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 166 Gallery: myanv Stats: 255/209/140 WOE: South beach/Low GL Start Date: January 2008	C - I love almonds and cashews. I stopped eating the cashews because I can seriously eat the whole can if I dont watch it.

08-13-2008, 10:38 PM	#27
allyoop Junior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 58 Gallery: allyoop Stats: 302/273/150ish WOE: protein power mostly Start Date: this time, the last time, 7/08	I eat almonds, macadamias, and/or pecans when I need a quick snack, especially if I'm really hungry and don't have time to cook something - they seem to "hold" me for awhile. Probably 3 or 4 times a week or so, but I also make things with almond flour, so I guess that would count as well. I also like peanuts, but usually only eat them roasted in the shell -that slows me down while eating them, and helps with the portion control issues i have with them otherwise.

08-14-2008, 12:36 AM	#28
My_Sharona MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 2,419 Gallery: My_Sharona WOE: Whole Foods & Natural	How many of you soak your nuts? I've never done this but I'm reading a few raw food sites that recommend that you soak them first, this will releases enzyme inhibitors, making them more digestible.

08-14-2008, 03:19 AM	#30
miss sparky Senior LCF Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: UK Posts: 619 Gallery: miss sparky Stats: 204/180/160 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 10 March 2007	I avoid them like the plague as 'portion control' and 'nuts' don't go together in my world. 'A palm-full of nuts' is beyond my comprehension.